2009 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP) has 269 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
